When moving and searching for your next home, many factors play a role in where you choose to live. Safety is usually somewhere on the top of that list. In the article below, out of the 100 cities listed, research revealed nineteen of the safest cities are in the Boston metro area, with our own city of Newton ranking number 28 and many other MA towns ranking in the top 25! Feel free to use this article as your guide for your next move!

You read in our blog last week about how the Boston real estate market is looking pretty good for 2019, but how will other cities in our country fare? While Boston (and Massachusetts in general) brings in residents from all over, due to our wide array of great colleges, growing tech companies and advanced medical facilities, check out this article about what some unexpected US cities have to offer as well...we ranked number 10!

If you're ready to make a move to this great area, our office is located in Newton, right outside the city- Whether you're looking for a rental or are getting ready to buy or sell, feel free to give us a call or stop by!

When buying a new home, we know coming up with a 20% down payment can seem daunting and it's no surprise that Massachusetts is on the more expensive side when it comes to cost of living, but don't let this deter you from purchasing your new home! In many cases, only 3%-10% is required, which can make the process a little less scary. We found a great article with some tips on how to save for your down payment, regardless of how much you put down. You can check it out here: https://www.moving.com/tips/11-ways-to-save-for-a-down-payment/

We also work with many great lenders that can help you as well! Feel free to reach out to us for lender recommendations!

Change, regardless of the reason, is stressful. Whether it's starting a new job or buying a new car, there's always a certain amount of anxiety or uncertainty that goes along with it. But one of the major life changes we go through is moving. While there might not be a way to completely get rid of all the stress, there are some ways to make it easier.

We're here to make your move even less stressful - In addition to helping you buy or sell your home, we can put you in touch with some professional moving companies we work with to lighten your load. Give us a call!

The idea of moving can be daunting in itself, let alone moving to another country. America has been known as the "Land of Opportunities" for decades due to it's productive economy, best schools and colleges, ethnic diversity, and most importantly, freedom. Millions of people migrate to America to start a new life and we can help! Check out the article below on How to Buy a Home in the USA. Hillman Homes has worked with several clients relocated to the US from multiple countries. We have the knowledge and experience to ensure you have a smooth relocation process!